Delaware SB22 amends insurance coverage laws to enhance mental health and substance use disorder benefits.

Delaware SB22 amends Title 18 of the Delaware Code to improve insurance coverage for mental health and substance use disorders. It mandates coverage for medically necessary services, including emergency supplies of medication, and prohibits discriminatory practices. The bill requires insurers to conduct nonquantitative treatment limitation parity compliance analyses and ensures timely access to mental health services. It also mandates reporting to the Delaware Health Information Network and the Commissioner on significant changes to medical management protocols.

Delaware SB22 amends insurance coverage laws to enhance mental health and substance use disorder benefits.

Delaware SB22 amends Title 18 of the Delaware Code to improve insurance coverage for mental health and substance use disorders. It mandates coverage for medically necessary services, including emergency supplies of medication, and prohibits discriminatory practices. The bill requires insurers to conduct nonquantitative treatment limitation parity compliance analyses and ensures timely access to mental health services. It also mandates reporting to the Delaware Health Information Network and the Commissioner on significant changes to medical management protocols.